West · Pacific Flyway
Are There Cooper's Hawks in Oregon?
Yes, but uncommon — Cooper's Hawks occur in Oregon year-round in small numbers. Accipiter cooperii · Accipitridae
Is the Cooper's Hawk Found in Oregon?
Cooper's Hawks do occur in Oregon, but they are considered uncommon. Encountering one requires patience and the right habitat.
Where to see them instead: the nearest states where Cooper's Hawks occur regularly are Washington (about 200 miles away), Idaho (about 380 miles away) and Nevada (about 440 miles away).
Often mistaken for Cooper's Hawks in Oregon: Red-tailed Hawk and American Kestrel — these occur regularly in Oregon, so compare them carefully before concluding you saw a Cooper's Hawk.
Cooper's Hawk is a North American backyard bird.
In Oregon, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.
Monthly Activity — Cooper's Hawk in Oregon
Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.
Identification
Best Time to See Cooper's Hawk in Oregon
Other birds in Oregon
Birds you might also encounter in Oregon.
Cooper's Hawk in other states
Cooper's Hawk in Oregon: Quick Facts
The Cooper's Hawk (Accipiter cooperii) is an uncommon bird in Oregon. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.
For birders in Portland and throughout Oregon, knowing the seasonal patterns of Cooper's Hawk can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.
Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Oregon using the related birds section.